In celebration of CLGFs 30th Anniversary, we are honoured to spotlight the inspiring stories of 30 trailblazing women in local government from across the Commonwealth, all members of the Commonwealth Women in Local Government Network. These interviews celebrate their groundbreaking contributions to gender equality and their transformative impact on building inclusive, empowered communities. Read More

CLGF was delighted to be invited to join the U20 Summit, convened by C40 Cities and the United Cities and Local Governments, which brought together more than 30 city leaders. Read More

The Commonwealth Local Government Forum (CLGF) continues to implement its partnership with the Caribbean Community Climate Change Center (CCCCC). Building on the success of the national workshops in Saint Lucia and Trinidad and Tobago, CLGF will be leading a national workshop on Climate Resilient Urban Development in Suriname in October 2025. Read More

Local government and local democracy are all about working with communities to create the areas and services that people want and need. Communication is key to this, if the views and priorities of local people are to be captured and understood. Recognising this, the City of Windhoek, Namibia, continues to engage its residents through regular public meetings. Read More

CLGF is once again delighted to continue its partnership with the African School of Decentralisation for the fifth year, with the event taking place in Cape Town from 13 to 25 October 2025. The theme for this edition is Decentralisation and Finances, focusing on how decentralisation governance in Africa is financed, and on the systems and rules for the prudent use of public finances at decentralised level. Read More

Belize City Council has extended congratulations and thanks to their project partners in the Sustainable Mobility project. The City is celebrating the successful handover of three new electric buses for intercity runs to transport passengers between districts. Read More